A set of our automatic brick machine was supplied to Portugal, helping the customer improve production capacity and reduce labor costs in brick manufacturing. Let’s take a closer look at the details of this cooperation and equipment application.
In the coastal region of Portugal, a mid-sized construction company was facing a growing challenge. The company had secured contracts for multiple residential and commercial projects across the country, but the rising cost of building materials was squeezing their profit margins. Imported clay bricks and concrete blocks had increased in price significantly, and local suppliers could not guarantee consistent delivery schedules. With Portugal’s construction sector showing steady growth and the government’s commitment to social housing and infrastructure projects, the demand for affordable building materials was at an all-time high.
The contractor needed a reliable, cost-effective source of concrete bricks and hollow blocks. The traditional solution—purchasing from suppliers—was no longer sustainable. The answer was to produce their own building materials on-site or at a nearby facility. After extensive research, the team purchased an automatic brick machine from YG Machinery—specifically the YG-QT4-15 model with a fully automatic production line including the main machine, plate feeder, plate discharger, hydraulic power station, computer control cabinet, material spreader, mixer, conveyor belt, and palletizer.
The impact was immediate. The Portuguese company now produces 8000-10000 concrete bricks per day using locally available raw materials—cement, sand, gravel, and stone dust. The machine operates on a 15-second molding cycle, with each mold producing 4-7 bricks depending on the size and type. The company’s building material costs have dropped by 40%, and they have even begun supplying surplus bricks to other local contractors. For a free quote on an automatic brick machine for your operation, contact us today.
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Technical Parameters Of The Automatic Brick Machine
Below are the key specifications for the YG-QT4-15 brick making machine. The Portuguese contractor chose this model for its exceptional production capacity and versatility.
| Model | YG-QT4-15 |
| Power | 27.2KW |
| Molding cycle(second) | 15S |
| Capacity | 4-7 bricks per mold/time |
| Daily output | 8000-10000pcs |
| Forming method | Hydrauliquement |
| Pression nominale | 16Mpa |
| Transmission mode | Vibration transmission |
| Dimension(mm) | 5900*2200*2400 |
| weight | 2100KG |
Production Capacity By Brick Type:
| Block Name | Size (L*W*H)mm | Molding Cycle | QTY/Mould | QTY/hour | Qty/8hr |
| Hollow block | 400*200*200 | 15-20s | 6pcs | 1080-1440pcs | 8640-11520pcs |
| Hollow block | 400*150*200 | 15-20s | 7pcs | 1260-1680pcs | 10080-13440pcs |
| Hollow block | 400*100*200 | 15-20s | 11pcs | 1980-3640pcs | 15840-21120pcs |
| Porous block | 240*115*90 | 15-20s | 15pcs | 2700-3600pcs | 21600-28800pcs |
| Standard brick | 240*115*53 | 15-17s | 30pcs | 6300-7200pcs | 50400-57600pcs |
| Paver | 225*112.5*60 | 20-25s | 15pcs | 2160-2700pcs | 17280-21600pcs |
Why the YG-QT4-15 concrete brick machine suited the Portuguese project:
- 8000-10000 bricks daily output – meets the brick requirements of most medium-sized construction projects.
- 15-second molding cycle – delivers high production efficiency with minimal downtime between cycles.
- 4-7 bricks per mold – adaptable to different brick sizes and types, from hollow blocks to standard bricks.
- 16 MPa nominal pressure – ensures high-density, high-strength bricks that meet European construction standards.
- 27.2 KW power – efficient energy consumption for continuous production.
- Fully automatic operation – reduces labor requirements and ensures consistent product quality across all production runs.
- Versatile production capability – produces hollow blocks, porous blocks, standard bricks, and pavers, allowing the contractor to diversify their product range.
Three Challenges That Made Brick Supply Difficult In Portugal
The Portuguese construction company faced three problems common across the country’s building sector.
Problem 1: Rising Material Costs
The cost of imported clay bricks and concrete blocks had increased significantly, cutting into the contractor’s profit margins. With Portugal’s construction costs rising and housing affordability concerns growing, the company needed to reduce material expenses without compromising quality.
Problem 2: Supply Chain Uncertainty
Local suppliers could not always guarantee consistent delivery schedules. Delays in brick delivery meant delays in construction projects. The contractor was losing time and money waiting for materials to arrive.
Problem 3: Limited Supplier Options
In some regions of Portugal, there were few local brick suppliers. The contractor often had to order from distant suppliers, paying high transport costs. The company needed a solution that would eliminate its dependence on external suppliers.
The automatic brick machine solved all three.
How The Fully Automatic Brick Making Machine Transformed The Portuguese Operation?
The YG-QT4-15 machine operates on a proven mechanical principle. The main motor drives a speed reducer through a belt and pulley system. A coupling transmits power to the pinion shaft, and the pinion drives the large gear (main shaft rotation). A crank-connecting rod mechanism converts rotary motion into the up-and-down linear motion of the beam. The beam’s movement drives the material carriage forward and backward, completing the feeding and brick-pushing operations simultaneously. The hydraulic system provides the high-pressure compression needed to form high-density bricks.
- Raw Materials
The Portuguese company uses locally available raw materials: cement, sand, gravel, stone dust, and water. The typical mix ratio is 8-15% cement, 40-55% aggregate (gravel and stone dust), 40-45% sand, and approximately 10% water (by weight). This formulation produces high-strength concrete bricks with excellent durability and weather resistance. - Material Cost Reduction
By producing their own bricks, the Portuguese company has reduced building material costs by 40%. Raw materials are sourced locally at low cost, and the fully automatic brick making machine operates efficiently with minimal waste. - Consistent Quality
The machine produces bricks with consistent dimensions, strength, and density. The hydraulic compression system applies uniform pressure across each brick, ensuring product quality that meets European construction standards. The Portuguese contractor has passed every quality inspection without issue. - Versatile Production
The concrete brick machine can be configured to produce multiple brick types—hollow blocks for load-bearing walls, porous blocks for insulation, standard bricks for general construction, and pavers for landscaping. The Portuguese company now offers a full range of building materials to its clients.
For a custom automatic brick machine configuration based on your brick types and daily output requirements, please feel free to contact us.
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Real Feedback From The Portuguese Construction Company
After three months of using the YG-QT4-15 machine, the company owner shared his results.
- Material costs: Reduced by 40% compared to purchasing bricks from suppliers.
- Daily output: 8000-10000 bricks per day, meeting all project requirements.
- Quality: Bricks meet European construction standards. Zero quality failures.
- Labor: Reduced from 8 workers to 4. The fully automatic brick making machine handles most of the production process.
- Supply independence: No more waiting for supplier deliveries. Bricks are produced on-site as needed.
- New revenue stream: The company now sells surplus bricks to other local contractors.
- Payback: The machine paid for itself within six months through material cost savings.
The company owner said: “Portugal’s construction costs are rising every year. We needed to find a way to reduce our expenses without cutting corners. The YG-QT4-15 machine gave us exactly what we needed. We produce our own high-quality bricks at 40% less cost. The machine is easy to operate and delivers consistent quality. We are even selling bricks to other contractors now.”
Ready To Produce Your Own Bricks In Portugal?
The Portuguese construction company proved that an automatic brick machine delivers significant cost savings, consistent quality, and supply independence. The YG-QT4-15, with 8000-10000 bricks daily output, 15-second molding cycle, and versatile production capability, handles all common brick types used in European construction. The unit is built with a hydraulic compression system, efficient vibration transmission, and durable components that stand up to continuous production.
Portugal’s construction sector is expanding, with investments in housing, tourism infrastructure, and public works. YG Machinery has shipped concrete brick machines to customers across Europe and beyond. We provide export packaging, operation manuals, and spare parts support.
Stop paying high prices for bricks. Start producing your own high-quality building materials.
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